Africa Matters

Unlocking Africa’s Potential: The Critical Role of Food Processing in Securing a Prosperous Future

By Edson Baraukwa | Africa Guardian Africa is a continent rich in diverse and resilient crops, ranging from millet, teff, and sorghum to cassava, cowpea, and sweet potato. These crops have the potential to produce a variety of products—from baby food to bread and even beer. However, the continent’s underdeveloped food processing sector is a major barrier to fully…

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Tanzanian Vice President Dr. Philip Mpango Calls for Enhanced Agricultural Practices at AGRF Dealroom

DAR ES SALAAM — Vice President Dr. Philip Mpango’s address at the AGRF Dealroom event today was a clarion call for agricultural transformation in Africa. Addressing African leaders with fervor, Dr. Mpango spotlighted the critical areas of innovation, inclusivity, and fair trade in the continent’s agricultural landscape. Speaking on the continent’s potential, Dr. Mpango remarked, “I think Africa needs…

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Tanzania is ready to lead Africa’s food systems transformation

By Hon. Hussein Bashe The world’s leaders, entrepreneurs, scientists, and farmers will gather in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, for Africa’s Food System’s Forum (AGRF) 2023 Summit from Sep 4 – 8 2023 September. This prestigious event marks Tanzania’s second time hosting, following the successful 2012 edition held in Arusha. For the Government of Tanzania, this international summit presents a…

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Tanzania Announces Registration for Africa’s Food Systems Forum Summit (AGRF-2023) to Foster Transformation in the Continent’s Food Landscape

Tanzania Ministry of Agriculture Invites Registrations for Africa’s Food Systems Forum 2023 Summit (AGRF-2023) The Tanzania Ministry of Agriculture has made an exciting announcement, opening the online registration for the highly anticipated Africa’s Food Systems Forum 2023 Summit (AGRF-2023). This prestigious event, considered Africa’s premier platform for advancing agricultural and food systems, will bring together stakeholders from across the…

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